Healthcare Administration
Degree Awarded
Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Business Administration (MBA) Healthcare Management Concentration, Graduate Certificates in Health Administration and Healthcare Finance
Program Delivery
On-Campus (BS, minor), Online (MBA, Certificate)
Locations Available
Rindge, New Hampshire (BS)
Online (MBA and Certificate)
Franklin 51福利社 is the only New Hampshire university with business programs accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Franklin 51福利社鈥檚 business programs offers 3-year accelerated programs as well as 3+1 and 4+1 options which allows students to earn their undergraduate and master鈥檚 degree in less time and enter the workforce sooner. Healthcare Administration is the perfect major if you are interested in the business side of the U.S. healthcare system. You鈥檒l learn how leadership, ethics, economics, and politics affect healthcare.
On-Campus Undergraduate Healthcare Administration Curriculum
See our curriculum plan to learn how you鈥檒l progress through the on-campus BS program:
- GLE101 First Year Inquiry Seminar
- GLE110 First Year Composition I
- MK201 Principles of Marketing
- MN201 Principles of Management
- _______ 5 Additional Electives*
*Please refer to the Academic Catalog for full listing of elective options
- AC101 Principles of Accounting I
- AC102 Principles of Accounting II
- CIT101 Microcomputer Applications
- ET101 Principles of Macroeconomics
- GLE120 First Year Composition II
- HCA201 Introduction to Healthcare Management
- MT201 Statistics
- _______ 4 Additional Electives*
*Please refer to the Academic Catalog for full listing of elective options
- BA213 Business Law I
- EMSP302 Health Information
- ET102 Principles of Microeconomics
- FM224 Principles of Financial Management
- HCA315 Epidemiology
- HCA350 Healthcare Systems Mgt & Quality Improvement
- HCA360 Healthcare Ethics, Policy & Law
- MN321 Organizational Behavior
- _______ 2 Additional Electives*
*Please refer to the Academic Catalog for full listing of elective options
- BA001 Comprehensive Exam (take with BA471)
- BA471 Business Strategy and Ethics
- HCA001 Comprehensive Exam (take with BA471)
- HCA390 Healthcare Administration Internship or
- HCA495 Senior Independent Research Project
- HCA430 Healthcare Finance
- HCA450 Leadership & Management in Healthcare Organizations
- IB364 International Business
- _______ 2 Additional Electives*
*Please refer to the Academic Catalog for full listing of elective options
Master of Business AdministratioN (MBA)
Healthcare Management tRACK
Designed for working professionals, your coursework will present concepts in practical and quantitative terms, so that you can apply them to the workplace immediately. Topics include leadership, financial management, quality improvement, health policy, privacy, and legal and ethical issues. Franklin 51福利社 offers small classes for in-depth, personalized learning in a program that is accredited by the International Accreditation Council of Business Education (IACBE).
The MBA Healthcare Management Track includes 7 core courses and 3 specialized courses in your concentration.
Concentration Courses
The three specialized courses for the Healthcare Management curriculum are:
- Health Policy
- Healthcare Finance
- Quality Improvement Processes
Graduate Certificates
Graduate Certificates programs designed for working professionals. Through the completion of five graduate courses, students will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to lead and advance organizations.
The graduate certificate consists of 5 courses and awards a total of 15 credits. Certificates can be completed in as little as 6 months. Average time to completion is 7 - 8 months.
Graduate Certificate Curriculum
In this program, you will gain knowledge and skills relevant to managing and leading healthcare organizations. This includes understanding healthcare regulations, financial management in healthcare, healthcare ethics, and strategies for effective leadership.
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
The five courses for the Health Administration Graduate Certificate curriculum are:
- Leading Organizational Change
- Health Policy
- Quality Improvement Processes
- Communication & Change Management
- Human Resource Management
The five courses for the Healthcare Finance Graduate Certificate curriculum are:
- Leading Organizational Change
- Financial Management
- Health Policy
- Healthcare Finance
- Quality Improvement Processes
This online course of study can advance professional development, even if you are not currently seeking a complete graduate degree program. If you choose to pursue the Master of Business Administration at a later date, all certificate-level coursework will be credited towards completion of that degree.
- An online application at franklinpierce.edu/gradapply
- Official transcripts from previously attended colleges and universities
- An updated r茅sum茅
Healthcare Administration Degree FAQs
Whether you're considering a Bachelor's degree as an aspiring healthcare professional or seeking to advance your career with a Graduate degree in healthcare administration, we understand that you might have questions about our programs. This section aims to provide you with answers to the most common queries, addressing topics such as program specifics, career prospects, admissions requirements, and more. We're here to guide you through the process and help you make informed decisions about your education and future in the dynamic field of healthcare administration.
Undergraduate Healthcare Administration FAQs
In an undergraduate program, you will learn about healthcare systems, healthcare finance, healthcare ethics, healthcare law, healthcare policy, and leadership principles specific to healthcare settings. You will also gain an understanding of healthcare informatics and quality improvement.
A typical undergraduate program takes four years to complete if you are studying full-time. However, some programs offer accelerated options or part-time study, which may affect the duration.
Communication typically occurs through email, discussion forums, video conferencing, and virtual office hours. Instructors are accessible for questions and support, and you can engage in discussions with peers through online platforms.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Healthcare Management Concentration FAQs
51福利社鈥檚 program emphasizes a blend of business and healthcare knowledge, preparing graduates to lead in a complex and evolving healthcare landscape. The program combines rigorous academics with practical experience and is often taught by experienced faculty with healthcare industry backgrounds.
What do Healthcare Administration students Learn?
As an undergraduate, you will study the core functions of an effective business. You will explore principles and practices of leadership, strategic planning and quality improvement in healthcare organizations, and apply qualitative and quantitative tools to a capstone project. You can gain valuable experience through opportunities at Franklin 51福利社 to:
- Join Small Business Advisory Group or Business Minds Club to apply coursework to challenges of local businesses
- Participate in campus organizations including Student Government Association, Health Sciences Club or community service projects
- Participate in Sigma Beta Delta, the National Business Association鈥檚 Honor Society
- Continue your studies by enrolling in our Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Healthcare Management.
What Makes Our Healthcare Administration Program Different?
Franklin 51福利社 is the only New Hampshire university with business programs accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). Franklin 51福利社鈥檚 School of Business offers 3-year accelerated programs as well as 3+1 and 4+1 options which allows students to earn their undergraduate and master's degree in less time, entering the workforce sooner.
Our Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers a concentration in Healthcare Management, which examines best practices that apply to all healthcare settings, from large hospitals to small community-based senior centers.
Who should Study Healthcare Administration?
Your Healthcare Administration major prepares you for an exciting career in the fast growing, rapidly changing field of healthcare. This is the perfect major if you are interested in the business side of the U.S. healthcare system. You鈥檒l learn how leadership, economic and political factors, and ethics affect healthcare. You鈥檒l find this major a good fit if you have or want to develop:
- Strong knowledge of data analytics
- Leadership, communication and managerial skills for business decision-making
- Ethical reasoning and critical thinking skills
Camille Calindo '16 '18 '22
CONTACT the admissions team
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS
(800) 437-0048
admissions@franklinpierce.edu
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm
Online Admissions
(800) 325-1090
FPUonline@franklinpierce.edu
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